TECHNICAL COORDINATOR WATERFRONT
Job ID: 47516
Job Category: Project Management
Division & Section: City Planning, CP Waterfront Secretariat
Work Location: City Hall, 100 Queen Street West
Job Type & Duration: Full-time, Permanent Vacancy
Salary: $93,734 – $123,449 TM1517, Wage Grade 6.5
Shift Information: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week
Affiliation: Non-Union
Number of Positions Open: 1
Posting Period: 07-June-2024 to 21-June-2024
Major Responsibilities
The Waterfront Secretariat Technical Coordinator provides technical and project management support to the Waterfront Secretariat team during the development and implementation of projects related to the Toronto Waterfront Revitalization Initiative, as well as projects outside of the tri-government partnership.
Coordinates technical reviews and approvals by City staff of waterfront projects related to hard and soft infrastructure
Identifies and resolves technical issues and expedites the implementation of waterfront projects. Coordinates and prepares Council reports, and prepares briefing materials and communications for City management on technical and policy issues, project management, legislative compliance, etc.
Conducts research and analysis from a technical perspective of waterfront programs and activities, corporate policies and practices, legislation and other initiatives
Develops and implements detailed plans, policies, and procedures regarding program specific requirements
Manages assigned projects, ensuring teamwork and communication, work quality and organizational performance, and finds corporate solutions to manage sensitive and controversial matters
Coordinates interdisciplinary and interagency teams and consultation processes to expedite the delivery of waterfront projects while addressing political, community, business, and other stakeholder interests
Ensures compliance of Waterfront Toronto and other waterfront programs with City budget, policies, plans, joint agreements and protocols
Advises on environmental assessments, risk assessments and risk management plans, and issues related to provincial and federal environmental legislation
Represents the City in the preparation of competitive documents (RFPs, RFQs) and selection processes for waterfront consultants
Researches and analyzes innovations in the planning and design of both hard and soft infrastructure
Manages external consultants with respect to project specific assignments and studies
Key Qualifications:
Post-secondary education or professional designation in a professional discipline, such as Planning, Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Engineering, etc., pertinent to the job function, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Considerable experience in managing large and complex public projects, including, dealing with technical, policy, scientific or engineering/technology issues.
Experience in planning, architecture, engineering technology, land economics, or risk management.
Demonstrated strengths in leadership, teamwork, negotiation, conflict resolution.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, including both oral and written.
Strong interpersonal skills to deal effectively throughout all levels of the organization, political representatives, consultants, contractors and the public.
Excellent technical, analytical, problem solving and organizational skills.
Proven ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters with discretion and tact.
Comprehensive knowledge of latest developments and policy in fields such as public realm and underground infrastructure, brownfield remediation and related risk assessment/risk management responsibilities, green technologies, and environmental approvals.
Familiarity with Toronto’s waterfront, including its history, relevant plans and studies, key issues and the involved agencies and orders of government.
The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. Learn more about the City’s commitment toemployment equity (https://jobs.toronto.ca/jobsatcity/content/Hiring-Policies-and-Statements/?locale=en_US) .
Accommodation
The City of Toronto is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We are committed to providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs. Disability-related accommodation during the application process is available upon request . Learn more about the City’sHiring Policies and Accommodation Process (https://jobs.toronto.ca/jobsatcity/content/Hiring-Policies-and-Statements/?locale=en_US) .
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